Soccer quiz: from the J.League and the World Cup to the history of football

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Soccer is a globally popular sport, highlighted by the World Cup, a world tournament held once every four years.

In Japan, competitions like the J.League and the All Japan High School Soccer Tournament are held, and there are many players who thrive on overseas teams as well.

In this article, we’ve compiled a set of soccer-related quizzes.

We’ll present a wide range of questions—from quizzes that teach you about the history of the World Cup and the J.League to the basic rules of soccer.

Aim for a perfect score and give it a try to deepen your knowledge of soccer.

Soccer Quiz: From the J.League and the World Cup to the history of soccer (1–10)

When did the Japan national team first appear in the FIFA World Cup?

1990
1994
1998

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1998

The Japan national team made its first World Cup appearance at the tournament held in France in 1998. At that time, Japan lost all three matches in the group stage, but since then it has regularly qualified for the World Cup and has established itself as one of Asia’s top teams.

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Which country won the inaugural World Cup?

Uruguay
Italy
Brazil

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Uruguay

The inaugural FIFA World Cup was held in 1930 in Uruguay. In this tournament, the host nation Uruguay claimed victory, etching its name in the history of football. In the final, they defeated Argentina 4–2 to become the very first champions. This memorable tournament is the origin of today’s grand World Cup.

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What does the soccer position name “volante” mean?

Attacking midfielder
defensive midfielder
full-back

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defensive midfielder

A volante refers to a defensive midfielder. Positioned centrally on the pitch, they focus on defense while also serving as a crucial starting point for attacks. They are responsible for disrupting the opponent’s offense and contribute by winning the ball in midfield and controlling the tempo of the game.

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Which parts of the body are not allowed to be used in soccer?

hand
foot
head

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hand

Under the Laws of the Game in soccer, players are generally not allowed to play the ball with their hands. This rule does not apply to the goalkeeper, so any outfield player who touches the ball with their hand will be penalized for a handball. However, if the ball touches a player’s hand or arm as part of an unintentional, natural movement, it may not be judged a handball.

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Which country hosted the 2022 FIFA World Cup?

Qatar
Russia
Brazil

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Qatar

The FIFA World Cup held in 2022 took place in Qatar. It was the first World Cup hosted by a Middle Eastern country, and it was also staged during what is typically the hottest period in World Cup history, which is why the matches were played in the winter. It drew attention for the various measures implemented, such as air conditioning in the stadiums and adjustments to the schedule.

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